In this episode of My BrainWise Coach, hosts Cole Bastian and Phil Dixon guide listeners through exercises to define and achieve their desired future states, drawing on neuroscience and behavioral science principles. They discuss the transition map, plan pathways to desired futures, and delve into exercises such as action evaluations and risk assessments. Listeners are walked through a real-time action evaluation exercise focused on achieving financial freedom. Phil and Cole offer practical advice on generating ideas and managing the feasibility of plans. This episode emphasizes practical steps for progress and encourages listeners to share their experiences with these techniques.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:21 Recap of Previous Episodes

01:37 Defining the Pathway to Your Future State

01:54 Exercises for Personal Growth

02:52 Planning and Goal Setting

06:44 Action Evaluation Exercise

11:25 Addressing Financial Freedom

16:57 Managing Tension and Maintaining Relationships

25:04 The Power of Preemptive Planning

25:32 Building Flexibility into Your Plans

26:11 Creating Effective Communication Protocols

27:12 Understanding and Managing Tension

27:58 The Three Columns of Prevention, Observation, and Recovery

28:28 The Aftermath of a Fight: Gottman's Approach

29:02 The Art of Genuine Apology

31:33 Summarizing Apology Techniques

34:00 The Grid Method for Risk Analysis

39:28 Generating Breakthrough Ideas

44:59 Mind Mapping vs. Spider Mapping

47:16 Final Thoughts and Exercises